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Description

I am a writer and cook living in San Sebastián, Spain. Currently I spend my time writing, teaching cooking classes and various other culinary endeavours in San Sebastián. My nine-year-old daughter and I have lived here for seven years and are happy to introduce you to the local Basque culture.

Type of help

Babysitting / child care

Help

I am looking for someone to help very occasionally with caring for my nine-year-old daughter. The hours will be very few and far between and may involve picking her up from school or staying home one or two nights a week. She loves to read, dance hip-hop, play, color, and is super imaginative.

Languages spoken

English, Spanish, Basque

Accommodation

Our apartment is airy, large and recently renovated. Amazing views and location. However, there is no dedicated room for the workawayer!

What else ...

San Sebastián is probably the world's greatest city. The food is amazing, with pintxos lining the counters of every bar. There are three beaches, one of which is great for surfing and is about three blocks away from our house. We live in Gros, the younger, hipper neighborhood of San Sebastián. The mountains are at five minutes walking from our home; everything is in walking distance, really. Our three former caregivers have all fallen in love with the place and wish they could come back.

How many Workawayers can stay?

Hours expected

Felicienne was so sweet and disposed to help. We loved having her sunny personality around the house. She was responsible and dependable!

(Excellent
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18/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Félicienne) for host

I can't even realize how lucky I was to spend my two weeks in San Sebastian with Marti and Buckley. The perfectly situated apartment, the extremely light schedule and the company of these two just made my stay amazing. Thank you for having me home, I hope to be back soon!

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(Excellent
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18/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Annika) for host

I feel so lucky to have met Marti! I only spent 10 days in San Sebastián, but the whole experience was unforgettable. Marti was so welcoming and made sure I felt at home. Spending time with Buckley didn't feel like work at all - we had so much fun together and shared some of my favorite moments of my trip. I couldn't be happier to have been part… read more of their family, if only for a short time. :)

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(Excellent
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30/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Annika)

Annika is the kindest and most good-hearted person! It's obvious that she cares about doing things right and she has a deeply ingrained work ethic. I wish she could have stayed for longer! And my daughter feels the same. It was a pleasure to have her!

(Excellent
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20/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Priscilla)

Me and Buckley miss Priscilla! Just a sweet-natured lady, equal parts independent and happy to hang out and help. Her contribution to the household was invaluable, and she fit right in with us! I'd have her back anytime.

(Excellent
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18/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Priscilla) for host

Since getting back home after two months with the very awesome duo of Marti and Buckley, every Adele and Bieber song brings me back to San Sebastián! These two gals are funny, generous, and very, very hip. I think staying with them was not only a jackpot in terms of a happy home situation with lots of free time and laughs, but on top of it all, I… read more think you can learn a lot from Marti who's very ambitious and inspiring.

Just bring some creativity and before you know it you will be swept up in Buckley's world of playing games, reading books in hilarious accents, making up songs, and hopefully learning some dance moves. I definitely feel lucky to have met them <3

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(Excellent
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20/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

I've spent almost two months with Marti and Buckley and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their hospitality at any moment. Marti is a fantastic host, wonderful, independent woman and a great mother. And what a cook!!
She offered me a home for Christmas and for New Year's Eve, she introduced me to a Basque tradition, she recommended finest places… read more to visit (I fell in love with this city!!) Marti even helped me to solve my personal issues that I needed to take care of.
Buckley is extraordinary, don't be surprised with her maturity. She is very friendly, you can speak to her about anything. And she's the most talented singer that I've ever met! She's smart, she's playful and she doesn't hesitate to ask you to join her in her games.
I was very, very happy there. I had my own room and tons of free time. I was needed maybe twice a week for just a couple of hours, so sometimes I felt like I was overusing their kindness - that's how little I had to do.
I still think a lot about my time in San Sebastian, about Marti and Buckley. I miss you guys, I mean it! I'm glad we stay in touch and I hope we meet again :)

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(Excellent
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18/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

We had such a great experience with Anna! She was so helpful with my daughter and a great presence to have around the house. She was always kind, willing to help, and really a moral support for all of us. We will miss her! Ask her to cook you some Polish food ....

(Excellent
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23/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Katy)

Katy is so sweet and my daughter adored her. I wish she could have stayed longer with us :( Super respectful, kind and trustworthy. Recommended!

(Excellent
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19/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Katy) for host

Marti and Buckley are amazing! I could only stay 10 days but I had the loveliest time, they are so welcoming and friendly, I felt at home right away. I practically did nothing, just occasional babysitting, most of the time Buckley was in bed. San Sebastian is such a gorgeous place, the apartment is soo nice and right by the beach. Thank you so… read more much, I will be back!